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Diversity
The Stevenson Center is committed to increasing diversity in our programs. Candidates who can contribute to the university’s climate of diversity and inclusivity are especially welcomed and encouraged to apply.
Financial Support
Looking for a way to pursue your life’s passion without incurring a lifetime of student loan debt? Students receive a 100% tuition waiver, graduate assistantship with stipend, and paid field experience. (Courtney Johnson, '17)
Interdisciplinary Curriculum
The Applied Community and Economic Development Sequence brings together students and faculty from five disciplines for deeper understanding of the theory and practice of development. To hear from current students across programs, check out this student project! (Veronica Aboyer, '06)
Job Opportunities
Stevenson Center graduates pursue careers in the U.S. and abroad with organizations like the American Red Cross, Action Against Hunger, NeighborWorks America, and many more. (Katie Saunders ‘13 and Ambuj Neupane ’13, both with the US Environmental Protection Agency)
Students complete applied research projects with partner organizations.
The Stevenson Center is dedicated to service.
Research series featuring race and the criminal justice system in America set for January 29
Dr. Frank Beck, associate professor of sociology, along with criminal justice graduate student Alexis Swanson, will present their answers to the question, "Why do African Americans spend more time in jail than whites?" Read more
AmeriCorps declares Illinois State a School of National Service
Illinois State University's commitment to AmeriCorps alumni through the Stevenson Center earned the institution a new honor: the university is now a School of National Service. Read more